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GY05 FJC

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,396 mi
Last recorded114,396 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2013
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 FJC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2013 114,396 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake disc worn and thin

Offside rear brake disc worn and thin

Fail 23 Jan 2013 114,317 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake disc worn and thin

Offside rear brake disc worn and thin

Pass 19 Jan 2012 98,588 miles

Nearside front tyre outer wall has slight bulge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 83,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front brake discs starting to wear

horn poor

Pass 21 Jan 2010 58,259 miles

both windscreen wiper blade rubbers split at ends

nearside front tyre tread worn to limit. 1.6mm.

offside front tyre tread worn close to limit.

offside rear tyre tread worn close to limit.

Pass 23 Jan 2009 34,577 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 26,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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GY05 FJC is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 66,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY05 FJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GY05 FJC registered?

GY05 FJC is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is GY05 FJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 FJC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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